Focus: Emotional Triage Series Day 3: Naming Your Emotions

 

Naming your emotions is a foundational step in emotional triage. Too often, we move through life feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or numb, without taking the time to identify what we’re actually experiencing. When we pause to name our emotions—whether it’s anger, grief, disappointment, or joy—we gain clarity and control over our reactions. God invites us to bring our full selves to Him, including our messy feelings and hidden hurts. Naming emotions is not a sign of weakness but of self-awareness and courage. It helps us avoid stuffing down pain or lashing out in ways we regret. This practice creates space for healing, as we acknowledge what’s really going on beneath the surface. Once we name our emotions, we can begin to process them with God, seeking His comfort, wisdom, and guidance. Emotional triage is not about suppressing negative feelings but about understanding them so we can move forward in freedom. As we grow in this discipline, we become more compassionate toward ourselves and others, and more attuned to the gentle leading of the Holy Spirit.

Bible Verses:

· “Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.” (Psalm 62:8)

· “A fool vents all his feelings, but a wise man holds them back.” (Proverbs 29:11)

· “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.” (Psalm 34:17)

Call to Action:

Pause today and check in with yourself. What emotions are you experiencing right now? Write them down without judgment. Pray over each emotion, asking God to help you understand its root. Surrender your feelings to Him, trusting that He cares and will guide you through.

3 Things to Remember:

· Naming your emotions brings clarity.

· God welcomes your honesty.

· Surrender leads to peace.